What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
pressing
Example
The company is facing a pressing need to cut costs. [pressing: adjective]
Example
She felt a pressing urge to finish her work before the deadline. [pressing: gerund or present participle]
urgent
Example
The patient's condition is urgent and requires immediate medical attention. [urgent: adjective]
Example
I have an urgent message for you from the boss. [urgent: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Urgent is more commonly used than pressing in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between pressing and urgent?
Pressing is more commonly used in formal contexts, while urgent is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
